A history of cigar manufacturing in Ottumwa, Iowa.

"Once upon a time in a growing city upon a riverbank, there was a thriving industry. It was somewhat of a fairy-tale industry with mystery and intrigue. There were trips to foreign countries, box makers, traveling salesmen, and strippers. There were names like Lone Widow, the No. 1, Long John, Rattler, and Big Diamond. Some would say that there was something 'aromatic' about all the goin's on in the industry that grew along the riverbank." -- back cover.